SAY LESS | Ep 5 | What is a good parent? | Co-parenting | Present parents

'''I am not a good parent" ~ Reason Sizwe Alakine What defines a good parent in a time were parents have to jungle both work and parenting. The episode defines what parenthood actually is, parents mental health and co-parenting with different partners in an environment that is child-friendly.

Pearl Thusi - @Pearlthusi
Thando Mokoena - @Thando_mokoena

Guest : Reason Sizwe Alakine

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0:00 Opening prayer and show intentions
01:08 Introducing single parenthood topic
03:25 Parenting styles and self-reflection
05:22 Challenges of being present as a parent
07:34 Showing up emotionally and financially
10:01 Supporting children's evolving interests
13:51 Financial security and co-parenting contracts
20:04 Impact of absence on children and accountability
29:07 Generational differences in parenting expectations
31:03 Father’s presence and childhood memories
39:06 Gen Z’s entitlement and attention needs
42:29 Supporting diverse family dynamics
44:11 Playing Gen Z slang guessing game
57:28 Teenage milestones and parenting pressures
01:00:46 Quickfire parenting questions and advice
01:06:30 Encouragement for single mothers
01:09:44 Building trust and understanding with teenagers
01:11:08 Show wrap-up and call to action